Which research question is most suitable for a quantitative study?
Correct answer: C. What is the effect of a pain protocol on postoperative pain scores?
- A. How do mothers describe their experience of breastfeeding support?
- B. What meaning do nurses give to caring for dying patients?
- C. What is the effect of a pain protocol on postoperative pain scores?
- D. How do families experience caring for a child with thalassaemia?
Explanation
A quantitative question measures variables and examines relationships or effects using numerical data. The other questions explore personal experiences and meanings, which are usually addressed through qualitative methods.
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